Stay up to date on all the latest sports card and memorabilia news, articles, and products by subscribing to our newsletter below: document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2008-2023 The Cardboard Connection. The programis also a promoter of equality, making teammates out of young athletes regardless of their income levels or social standings. At season's end, Walker stood nine hits shy of history.Last day at .400: May 26How short was he? It's one of the best, providing power (1-1-5-6-6), average (15-7) and on-base (nine 14s!). New Listing 2003 Upper Deck Play Ball 1941 card R-List Ted Williams R-1 Opens in a new window or tab. The Kid, as he was dubbed in Boston newspapers, was the most anticipated athletes and he did not disappoint as he led the American League in RBI with 145, blasted 31 home runs and batted .327 in his first year in Beantown. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Click on the images or listings to shop for cards on eBay. Ted Williams [1941 .406] prices (Baseball Cards 1992 Upper Deck Heroes Ted Williams) are updated daily for each source listed above. The design appears to bea combination of the Art Deco design that made 1934-36 Diamond Stars stand out and the comic art of 1938 Goudey so timeless. With the card landscape a lot different before the War, some will debate what the true Ted Williams rookie card is. PSA CardFacts welcomes the input of knowledgeable collectors and dealers to help improve the PSA CardFacts Condition Census listings. 1982 Dover American League Baseball Cards Reprints Ted Williams (1941 Play Ball) Opens in a new window or tab. The card was inserted in 1999 Upper Deck Retro. He was an avid fisherman and teamed with Sear Roebuck to develop a line of sporting goods, both for baseball, but also for the outdoorsman. That makes this card a bit more rare than other in the set due to the lower print quantities. They organized and sponsored teams, drafted local schedules and conducted championship tourneys. Certification numbers appear in the lower right of the encapsulated label or on the oval DNA sticker. That print line doesn't detract from its value though. An additional $28,500 was raised in donations from the Chicago Daily News, the Omaha World-Tribune, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Indianapolis News, the New Orleans Item-Tribune and the Atlanta Journal. This estimate is based on the card being PSA or BGS graded. Ted Williams is one of those players that nobody is going to argue about as to whether he's a legend or not. In essence, 1941 Play Ball Baseball cards are a colorized version of their 1940 counterparts. Print defects can make their way onto that yellow background, however, so collectors should be aware of this. These are his first appearances on cards for the company. Three other recognition awards were established in the 1970s: the Dr. Irvin L. "Click" Cowger RBI Award, the Rawlings Big Stick Award and the Bob Feller pitching awards. 1955 Topps Double Header is not your typical set. Ted Williams prices (Baseball Cards 1941 Play Ball) are updated daily for each source listed above. Menu Log In Sign Up sales we've found for other grades and the age of the card. The first Legion alumnus elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Feller wrote a column for The American Legion Magazine in June 1963, expressing his love and appreciation for the league after it honored him with a plaque in 1962. The autograph, Williams' first in a trading card product, were not. He also loves to write about the hobby and has written for Beckett, Topps, SABR and of course, this website. The winning team receives a trip to Major League Baseball's World Series, a tradition dating back to 1926. Ted Williams MLB 1992 Upper Deck Commemorative Series #03724 of #50,000 $0.01 1 bid $5.40 shipping 5d 19h 1992 Upper Deck Baseball Heroes Ted Williams (Autograph) PSA Authentic Auto HOF $1,240.00 $4.99 shipping 31 watching Authenticity Guarantee JOE DIMAGGIO YANKEES & TED WILLIAMS RED SOX 1980 SUPERSTAR BASEBALL CARDS (2) $2.99 $1.00 shipping Buyers or sellers of a particular card should do their own research to determine the relative importance of that card. What is more remarkable is the way he chose to end the season. 1955 Topps Double Header Ted Williams #70 with Hal Smith, 14. The Clemente, Koufax and Killebrew rookies may be the keys to the set but Ted's card is still way up on the list. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, TED WILLIAMS 1941 Play Ball Card #14 - Guaranteed authentic - BOSTON RED SOX. Legion Baseball gave him an outlet to be discovered as a pitcher, but also gave him a chance to form lifelong friendships, learn to deal with letdown in athletic competition, and become better prepared for the mental and emotional strain of fighting in a war. However, if you fold them the other way, a second player is shown. Top that off with a World Series the Dodgers seemed to have won until catcher Mickey Owen kept the Yankees' winning rally alive by failing to catch a . In 1941, Ted became the first Major League batter since Rogers Hornsby in 1924 to eclipse the elusive .400-mark batting .406 in 143 games and the last to accomplish the feat, though many have made runs. It has a nice painting of the Splendid Splinter. Pre-Owned. Another difference between the two series is that while series one is found with and without the the 1941 copyright date, the second series does not include any date. This is another Ted Williams card that was pulled from production, likely because he'd finally signed with Topps. 2008 October Signature Sports Collectibles Aucti.. Sunday Internet Sports Auction Jun 1, 2008, SCP Auctions September 2007 Internet Auction, SCP Auctions November 2006 Internet Auction, The Buried Treasure III Card & Ball Auction, 2004 September (HSC) Signature Auction Sep 11, 200. They organized and sponsored teams, drafted local schedules and conducted championship tourneys. On that card, entitled "Ted Signs for 1959", Red Sox GM Bucky Harris is depicted alongside Williams. Trying to make up for lost time, 1954 Topps Baseball has Ted Williams as a bookend with the first and last cards on the checklist. But after a red-hot summer, Brett woke up on the morning of Sept. 20 with an even .400 average -- the latest date that anyone on this list was at or above the magical mark. The first program in the world to provide a national baseball tournament for teenagers, American Legion Baseball was born. Ted Williams followed in the footsteps of Reggie Jackson, Nolan Ryan and Hank Aaron to be the fourth player featured in Upper Deck's multi-year Baseball Heroes program. But, for some reason they just don't get the same notoriety. Given its place as one of the earlier Ted Williams cards, the 1948 Leaf Ted Williams should, perhaps, be worth more than it is. Fulfilled by COMC - World's largest consignment service. Ted Williams, Joe Cronin prices (Baseball Cards 1941 Double Play) are updated daily for each source listed above. With a total of 72 cards, 1941 Play Ball Baseball is the smallest of the three sets from Gum, Inc. Of all the notable former players, Legion Baseball had perhaps the greatest impact on former Cleveland Indians great Bob Feller. In short, Legion Baseball graduates are proud contributors throughout our society and often are the most successful people in their respective career fields. 1941 Double Play doesn't have the most attractive cards ever. Key 1941 Double Play Baseball Cards. Obviously this one is an actual full color photo image of Williams as opposed to artwork since this was the first year Topps produced cards that way. Ted Williams hits .406 in 1941 . So let's jump right in and take a look at some of the most important Ted Williams cards you can collect. We may earn an affiliate commission if you His 1941 Play Ball issue goes down as the third mainstream card on which Williams was shown but it's still strikingly similar to his Play Ball card of the previous year. In 1941, Ted became the first Major League batter since Rogers Hornsby in 1924 to eclipse the elusive .400-mark batting .406 in 143 games and the last to accomplish the feat, though many have made runs. Going into the last day The set. Ted Williams (1941 Play Ball) Details More Photos of 1941 Play Ball: Ted Williams #14 Baseball Cards Main Image Ted Williams prices (Baseball Cards 1941 Play Ball) are updated daily for each source listed above. That rarity pushes its value way up and makes it a key along with cards #1, #2 and #80. His pitching prowess notwithstanding, Ted signed with the San Diego Padres of the Pacific Coast League and then the Minneapolis Millers of the American Association where he captured his first Triple Crown, hitting .366 with 43 home runs and 142 RBI. Because it was hard to get it down to 20, we've waffled a little and added a couple of honorable mentions, one of which may or may not be a card depending on how you look at it. Legion Baseball graduates have gone on to prominence in other career fields. His likeness, along with the fact that being card #1 exposed his card to more danger of wear and tear makes it among the most valuable in the set. Along with Joe Dimaggio and Shoeless Joe Jackson, Ted Williams is unsurprisingly a key to this important set. 1941 Play Ball Ted Williams #14 PSA Mint 9 - None Higher. 1941 Play Ball Ted Williams #14 PSA Mint 9 - None Higher. The first American Legion Baseball World Series was held in Philadelphia in 1926. Loose, CIB, and New prices are the current market price. It's also the exact same one used the previous year. Of all the oddball issues of the 1950's, this may very well be the most valuable and most easily-recognized. Rod Carew, 1977: .388Carew and Williams each batted .388 exactly two decades apart, but we'll start with Carew, who maintained a .400-plus average into July en route to his sixth career batting title. The sepia photos and short captions resemble something you'd expect to see in a yearbook or newspaper article. In 1947, he stood atop the baseball world winning his second AL Triple Crown as he hit .343 with 32 home runs and 114 RBI while also leading the AL in runs (125), walks (162), on-base- percentage (.499), slugging percentage (.634) and total bases (335). After the attack on Pearl Harbor, players . Beware wiring (e.g. Besides the release date, its rarity is its biggest selling point. Although this is just the second Ted Williams Topps card, it's one of the least expensive. In 1933, MLB's funds were sapped dry, and Legion Baseball was left without a sponsor. In some ways, this makes things murky when it comes to labels and collecting preferences. $1.39. Recently, the Legion passed a resolution allowing corporate sponsorship, in the hope of creating more financial aid for college. Privacy Policy. 145 walks and a .553 OBP. Top that off with a World Series the Dodgers seemed to have won until catcher Mickey Owen kept the Yankees winning rally alive by failing to catch a two-out, third strike. Although Williams may appear rather serious-looking compared to previous cards, the card still has a warm feel to it given the bright yellow background. Babe Ruth was too old to join when Legion Baseball started, but he spent the final years of his life promoting the program as its director of operations. Five hits shy of joining himself in the .400 club.4. He penned the column free of charge and admitted that he never endorsed anything he didn't believe in during his career, even for large sums of money. MLB resumed its funding in 1935, starting with a $20,000 donation and continues today supporting the program with an annual grant. As a rookie, he finished fourth in AL MVP voting. However, the overall aesthetic appeal isimproved by having the cards printed in color. Below we count down 20 of the best Ted Williams cards ever produced. Usually, you'll find these cards with the tabs missing which makes those with the tabs still intact more valuable. This is a 1941 Double Play MLB Baseball card-#81 TED WILLIAMS-#82 JOE CRONIN-BOSTON RED SOX. It does kick off the set making it his first Topps card. We'll start with Garciaparra, who carried a .400-plus average longer than anyone else (July 20) in the quartet and, fittingly, came the closest in this group to matching the Red Sox legend.Last day at .400: July 20How short was he? 1941 Williams' [Greatest Year] prices (Baseball Cards 1959 Fleer Ted Williams) are updated daily for each source listed above. The 1954 Wilson Franks Ted Williams puts the two together with a baseball card spin. You can imagine how tough it is to find these cards unfolded and in nice shape. Early but not first sums up the appeal of the 1940 Play Ball Ted Williams. Other players of note includeBill Dickey, Lefty Gomez, Carl Hubbell, Chuck Klein and Mel Ott. Anothernotable difference isthat the ornate banner with baseball gear has been replaced with a more subdued example containing the player's name and often a nickname. See an incorrect/misclassified sale? No other man has hit .400 since 1930. His 1951 Bowman card looks exactly like his Bowman issue from the year before minus a few details. 1952 Red Man saw baseball cards return to its tobacco roots. Click on the links or images to shop for cards on eBay. In all, 82 program graduates are in the Baseball Hall of Fame. That famous wrap-around, corkscrew swing of his is shown front and center. Avoid scams, deal locally No other man has hit .400 since 1930. dogs give comfort to children, Military Womens Memorial planning 25th anniversary celebration, South Dakota Legionnaire raising awareness and funds for homeless women veterans while competing for Ms. Just as desirable as his first card in the set, Topps mixed up the imagery and coloration for his last card, #250, in their 1954 set. The star-studded set isn't as hard to find in higher grade as many other vintage sets which is good news for collectors. Ted Williams. Ted Williamsbaseball cards will continue to be some of the most coveted and expensive baseball cards for years to come. Despite this extraordinary achievement, Ted finished second in AL MVP voting behind Joe DiMaggio, who put together a 56-game hit streak, the longest in Major League history. All recognize strong performances in the regional and national tournaments. It's a beautiful card, too, with a great portrait of the Red Sox great. 1941 PLAY BALL #14 TED WILLIAMS PSA 4.0 VG - EX #14, 1941 PLAY BALL TED WILLIAMS #14 HOF BASEBALL CARD FAIR #14, 1941 Play Ball Set Break # 14 Ted Williams, 1941 Play Ball Set Break # 14 Ted Williams LOW GRADE (filler) #14, 1941 Play Ball Set Break # 14 Ted Williams LOW GRADE (filler) *GMCARDS* #14, *1941 PLAY BALL TED WILLIAMS BASEBALL CARD #14 - DECENT CONDITION*, 1941 Play Ball Set Break # 14 Ted Williams LOW GRADE (crease) #14, 1941 PLAY BALL GUM #14 TED WILLIAMS BOSTON RED SOX no creases, 1941 Play Ball Set Break # 14 Ted Williams LOW GRADE (crease) *GMCARDS* #14, 1941 Play Ball #14 Ted Williams #11 Debs Garms VGC, 1941 Ted Williams Card #14 Play Ball-Boston Red Sox #14, 1941 Play Ball PAPER VERSION #14 Ted Williams Boston Red Sox PSA Auth Test Issu #14, 1941 PLAY BALL #14 TED WILLIAMS BOSTON RED SOX BECKETT AUTHENTICATED CARD, 1941 Play Ball Ted Williams Color #14 Greatest Hitter Ever? Cards feature one player prominently on the front. As to Ted Williams' 1941 card itself, it's nice to see this card show up long overdue on a Monday. obstacles, including poor centering, toning and subpar That easily makes this card one of the most valuable baseball cards out there. Prior to 1941, George Sisler (.420) was the last American Leaguer to hit better than .400 in 1922. Loose, CIB, and New prices are the current market price. This is a 1941 Double Play MLB Baseball card-#81 TED WILLIAMS-#82 JOE CRONIN-BOSTON RED SOX. Centering and chipping are common concerns on both cards, making high grade copies rather scarce. IMPORTANT NOTE: The PSA CardFacts Condition Census is a work-in-progress and should only be used as a guide. He turned to Frank Knox, a newspaper publisher and former department commander. Theodore Samuel Williams (August 30, 1918 - July 5, 2002) was one of the few people in the world who actually lived out his dream of being remembered as, There goes Ted Williams, the greatest hitter who ever lived. Williams began playing in the sandlots of San Diego and moved on to high school as a pitcher, often striking out a dozen of more batters per appearance. The award is now named after George W. Rulon, who served as program coordinator from 1961 to 1987. This is the second-to-last Ted Williams Topps card as an active player. It has a nice painting of the Splendid Splinter. The card image is also zoomed in more closely to Williams and also features his name in a black box in the lower right corner. It may not be one of his most expensive cards but it's interesting, nonetheless. Historic sales data are completed sales with a buyer and a seller agreeing on a price. . All Rights Reserved, 20 Greatest Ted Williams Cards of All-Time, 1999 Upper Deck Piece of History 500 Club Ted Williams Game-Used Bat, 19. American Legion Baseball has taught hundreds of thousands of young Americans the importance of sportsmanship, good health and active citizenship. Prior to 1941, George Sisler (.420) was the last American Leaguer to hit better than .400 in 1922. Williams is depicted with a sharp painted portrait. Ted Williams suited up for a post in San Diego. These 4" x 6-3/16" cards don't come up for sale too often and are far more rare than their Play Ball cousins. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods. In an interesting move, Topps decided to have Ted Williams "bookend" their 1954 set by having him appear on the first and last cards. He found one in Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis, who pledged a $50,000 annual donation from Major League Baseball. Tony Gwynn, 1994: .394Many who watched Mr. Padre during the 1994 season will still argue that he could have topped .400 if his season hadn't been cut short by the players' strike in mid-August. Not surprisingly, the fact that these Ted Williams cards were packaged with hot dogs makes staining and other condition challenges occur frequently. Other than the Jackie Robinson and Satchel Paige cards, his is my favorite of all the 1948 Leaf baseball cards. His preparedness was unmatched as he studied opposing pitchers and their nuances in certain situations, ultimately determining what their out pitch was in every case. So did almost every working MLB manager, along with several former commissioners. The 1941 Play Ball Set featured a colorized image and the player name in block text in a banner running across the bottom of the image. A black and white head shot of Williams is surrounded by a thin black border. Veteran America, A fitting tribute to trailblazers and visionaries. Bolstered by the set's prestige, the Piece of History 500 Club Ted Williams remains one of his most valuable relics. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2008-2023 The Cardboard Connection. Regional food issues were common in those days with many cards being packaged with potato chips, cookies, and meats. 1941 Play Ball Ted Williams #14 PSA NM-MT 8. 1941 Play Ball Ted Williams #14 PSA NM-MT 8. TedS 1st Color Card #1, 1941 Play Ball #14 Ted Williams PSA Graded Vintage Original Description #14, 1941 Play Ball Baseball Ted Williams #14 PSA 7 BOSTON RED SOX NM HOF #14, Ted Williams 1941 Play Ball PSA 7 MC Red Sox, 1941 Play Ball Ted Williams #14 PSA 7 NRMT #14. but he ended up going 6 for 8, raising his average to It gives it more pop. 2023 Strat-O-Matic Media, LLC - All rights reserved. That added notoriety gives the 1958 Topps Ted Williams a little more of a bump in value over most of his other early Topps cards. He was arguably the greatest hitter the game has ever seen and would finish his career with nineteen All-Star appearances, two MVPs, two Triple Crowns and six batting titles. The prices shown are the lowest prices available for Ted Williams, Joe Cronin the last time we updated. He played his entire 19-year Major League Baseball (MLB) career, primarily as a left fielder, for the Boston Red Sox from 1939 to 1960; his career . Again, Sowers set out to find a generous sponsor. The tournament stillhas a similar setup: 64 teams play at eight regional sites, with eight teams going on to the World Series. Once again, Topps would choose Williams to lead the way in their 1957 baseball card set. In addition, the second series cards (#49-72) are only slightly more difficult to locate than those of the first series. One in top condition will be a small fortune. In vintage sets, the first card often got the brunt of the handling from either being on the top of a stack or the weight bearer of a rubber band. This estimate is based on the card being PSA or BGS graded. Only a few changes have been madeto the format over the years. They could be cut off and redeemed for a hat. SportsCardsPro 2019-2023 This would be the last time Ted Williams would be featured in a Topps baseball card set as a player. The annual $50,000 donation was pulled, and it looked likely the national tournament would be abandoned indefinitely. His only recognized rookie card, the 1939 Play Ball Ted Williams is high atop many collectors' want lists. When the war ended, Gum, Inc. resurfaced as the Bowman Gum Company and began its card production anew. The best Murphy has ever hit over a full second half of a season was .307 in 2013. See an incorrect/misclassified sale? Former Vice President Dick Cheney played for Post 2 in Casper, Wyo. 1941 All Star Hero prices (Baseball Cards 1959 Fleer Ted Williams) are updated daily for each source listed above. Famed journalist and author Tom Brokaw played Legion ball in South Dakota, andSecretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsackwas on a team in Pennsylvania. George Brett, 1980: .390The greatest hitter in Royals history actually began the 1980 campaign 1-for-7, and did not see his average rise above .300 until his last game of May. Theodore Samuel Williams (August 30, 1918 - July 5, 2002) was an American professional baseball player and manager. Williams advocated for the Jimmy Fund, which raised money for adult and pediatric cancer and research at the Dana-Faber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts. 2011 November 10-11 Vintage Sports Collectibles .. Sunday Internet Sports Auction Mar 27, 2011, Sunday Internet Sports Auction Feb 20, 2011, SCP Auctions November 2010 Internet Auction, Hidden Treasures Vintage Rarities Auction. It's not graded but in great shape-see the pictures. But since he remained under exclusive contract with Topps, they had to pull his card and replace card #66 with Jim Piersall. i have a 1941 vintage ted williams #10 outfielder with the boston red sox i want to sell email me at joe.cuellar68@yahoo.com. You must enable JavaScript to use craigslist. Helton's average remained at .390 all the way through Sept. 3, but a .284 average over Helton's final 26 games dropped him off the historic pace.Last day at .400: June 10How short was he? Seven hits shy of .400.T3. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Western Union), cashier checks, money orders, shipping. "Truthfully, I feel I should have given a plaque to The American Legion rather than receiving one from it," Feller wrote. Entdecke 1959 Fleer Ted Williams - #18 1941 - All Star Hero - NRMINT - ScoCards in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! It can be picked up in Westminster or shipped (extra). Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Ted Williams. When the season concluded, Williams joined the United States Navy as a naval aviator and served as a training instructor and never seeing any combat. The prices shown are the lowest prices available for Ted Williams the last time we updated. the way he chose to end the season. American Legion Baseball enjoys a reputation as one of the most successful and tradition-rich amateur athletic leagues. While early, it doesn't have the distinction of being among the first Ted Williams cards. Last day at .400: July 10How short was he? Like the 1952 Topps set, for exampleit's probably the most glaring omission of Ted Williams. In 1941, Ted Williams hit an amazing .406! Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Joe DiMaggio. collectibles - by owner, TED WILLIAMS-JOE CRONIN 1941 DOUBLE PLAY BASEBALL CARD-BOSTON RED SOX, it's ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests. Theodore Samuel Williams was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966. Powered by official averages and stats with exclusive Strat-O ratings; Enhanced by 1200 additional hours of box-score analysis and in-depth research, 384 total cards Two-sided cards for basic, advanced and super-advanced play. Sponsored. The dimensions are different for starters as this one measures in at 2-1/16" x 3-1/8" while his 1950 Bowman card was a bit smaller at 2- 1/16" by 2". The prices shown are the lowest prices available for Ted Williams [1941 .406] the last time we updated. You'd be hard pressed to find many baseball fans who would argue that he didn't fulfill that dream. Prior to 1941, George Sisler (.420) was the last American Leaguer to hit better than .400 in 1922. Grades from other companies could be worth much less. As a result, many soaked up grease and became stained. Ted Williams baseball cards are some of the most unique in the hobby, in my opinion. The 1951 Bowman Ted Williams is one of his more affordable vintage cards from his playing days. In 1949, the national player of the year was first named through the arrangement of Robert Quinn, director of The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. View cart for details. Obviously, cards with the tab intact command a big premium because of their rarity. Over the years, plenty of other major corporations have joined Gatorade in sponsoring Legion Baseball. 2014 May 15 - 17 Sports Collectibles Catalog Auc.. Fall 2013 Vintage Trading Cards and Memorabilia Au. The tournament format needed $50,000, and Sowers was determined to raise it. They each uniquely commemorate one of the game's greatest players to ever step on the field. Very handsome cards indeed. Centering and print defects in the yellow background are common challenges. According to our research, the Associated Press first selected their first All-State Team in 1939, and continues But the Legion's Americanism director, Dan Sowers, worked to keep the league afloat. It can be We've detected that JavaScript is not enabled in your browser. Appearance and history are also among the things that came into play. The prices shown are the lowest prices available for Ted Williams the last time we updated. Sowers received the final $6,500 from his own boss, Col. Henry L. Doherty, president of Cities Services. buy stuff after clicking links on our site Cut versions are still desirable, just not nearly as much. The painting may not be the most accurate depiction, but the bursts of color at least give it some life. The number of former Legion players who have gone on to the pros is far too large to chart. In addition, the census of any particular card can and does change as new cards are graded and/or discovered. The top five in the census are listed on the specific card's "home page." The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. A self-described shy farm kid from rural Iowa, Feller cut his teeth playing for Variety Post 313. He says the experience taught him as much about life as it did baseball. The history of Ted Williams cards is a long one, starting before WWII. "It was something that required a kind of nonstop consistency," Williams said on the 50th anniversary of the feat in 1991. Sunday marked the 75th anniversary of the culmination of Joe DiMaggio's record 56-game hitting streak, as the Yankees star went 0-for-3 against Cleveland pitchers Al Smith and Jim Bagby on July 17, 1941.But while Joltin' Joe's record run captured the imagination of the American public, his friendly rival, Ted Williams, may have set an even more untouchable mark when he finished that 1941 season with a .406 average.Consider this: While DiMaggio batted .409 during his streak, Williams actually bested him with a .412 average during that same span. Ted Williams Boston Red Sox Original Autographed Baseball MLB Balls, Ted Williams Boston Red Sox Baseball Sports Autographed Trading Cards, But, it's still a great card that any collector would love to have. We'll never know how many total at-bats Gwynn would have ended up with if his 1994 season had gone to completion, but he would have needed just three more hits to finish at .400 during his strike-shortened campaign.2. Oneinteresting factoidabout1941 Play Ball Baseball set is that it is the only major baseball card issue to feature all three of the DiMaggio brothers (Joe, Dom and Vince). At season's end, Williams was five hits shy of .400 and eight knocks shy of besting his trademark .406.Last day at .400: June 5How short was he? His decision was both Bostons and his personal gain as he won the Triple Crown, leading the American League in average (.356), home runs (36) and RBI (137). Historic sales data are completed sales with a buyer and a seller agreeing on a price. MLB has sponsored Legion Baseball almost since its inception, and Legion Baseball has returned the favor, churning out major league prospects since the alumni base has been old enough to be scouted. Your browser the year before minus a few changes have been madeto the format over the years on... Sports Collectibles Catalog Auc ted williams baseball card 1941 Fall 2013 vintage trading cards and Memorabilia Au Leaguer to better. 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